(Including: Gorgeous Bags,
Look-At-Me Shoes and
Jaw-Dropping Jewelry)
+ shop, style and get
inspired like a fashion
editor an insider shares her secrets!

the
essentials:

25

Beauty Buys
you need
now!

february 2011

Sheena!

“I Believe We
Were Put on
Earth to Be
Great”

Looking for
Mr.
Right?
We know where he’s
been hiding!

10 Savvy

Workplace
Tips to Set You
Apart From the
Competition

Just in Time for
Spring Break!
5 Minutes
to a Firmer
Booty
It’s easier than you think!

6

Anything-ButBoring Things
to Do on
Valentine’s
Day

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5 Minutes to a Firmer Booty
(It’s Easier than You Think!)

60

looking for mr.
right?
We know where he’s been
hiding!

86

sheena!
“I Believe We Were Put
on Earth to Be Great”

94

6 anything but
boring things to
do on valentine’s day

Features

60

looking for love?
Online romance has
made the dating world even
harder to navigate. Kamie

Pamulpati interviews women
who have mastered online dating and gives you tips on how
you can do the same

64

modern-day nomads
While some of us are
lucky enough to live in the same
city and home our whole lives,
millions of other kids never
get the chance. Chloe Metzger
explores the world of children
who grew up with parents in
the Armed Forces and the effects it had on their lives

Fashion

70

to the max
Maxmara’s spring show
was all about simplicity. See
some of the best looks from
the runway and we’ll show
you how to recreate this “less is
more” style

80

the girls are talking
Spring fashion had us all
buzzing, including style blogger
and former JAYE Fashion Director Saneeta Harris. She gives
the rundown on her favorite
looks and why you should add
them to your wardrobe.

86

sheena: The
shining star
As she readies to debut her first
solo album, Sheena Sampson

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FEBRUARY 2011
■ volume 1 ■ issue 4
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dishes on the perfect date, what
inspires her and just how much
music means to her

departments

9

In the Know
Careers with the best pay;
intangible traits that will get you
the job; music artists who will
make you fall in love all over
again; 60 Seconds with a Hot
Guy; more

47

Glam
The 25 must-buy beauty
essentials for the girl on the go;
Valentine’s Day gems handpicked by our beauty director

55

body
We’ve essentials to bring
with you, so you can look
fabulous after any workout; an
in-depth look at diabetes and
how to lower your risk

Shopper
Our favorite trends, from
Prairie Chic to Shock Value;
accessories you’ll want on your
wish list; how to dress for work,
class or a night on the town;
more

21

Notebook
The perfect date ideas
for you and your Valentine.
From the carnival to a couples
massage, we’ve got the perfect
dates to help you make a love
connection.

35

The Regulars

Fashion Scoop
Why we’re in love with
lace; Balenciaga gives us a blast
from our shoe past; Derek
Lam’s new collection exclusively
for eBay; the details on Whitney
Port’s new book; more

jaye The front: memo from mike
m e m o r a n d u m
To: The Smart, Stylish and Sophisticated JAYE Readers
From: Michael Jones, JAYE Editor-in-Chief
Date: February 2011
Subject: Fall In Love with Fashion
It’s always a treat when my Fashion Director Julianna
sends in her monthly “Fashion Diary” column. She’s got a
knack for sharing her insider experiences harvested from
semesters as an intern, and most recently in the New York City
trenches as a stylist’s assistant.
This month, Julianna’s know-how
is on dynamic display as she shares
her tips on how to shop, style and
get inspired like a fashion editor. As
cliché as it sounds, there are certain
nuances in the sartorial world that
make fashion fabulously fun and getting dressed enormously exciting. I’m
certain you’ll be inspired by some of
her tips—you’ll find ‘em on p. 32.
Speaking of inspiration, we’ve got a
lot of it in our Shopper section, which
flaunts spring’s hottest accessories driven by some of the season’s biggest trends.
Whether you’re a low-key southern belle,
a soft-pedal minimalist or a attention-grabber with an affinity
for brights, the “Trend Watch” pages have an array of bags,
shoes and jewelry perfect for you. And if you’re hankering for
a big-picture bulletin of what’s in store as the snow melts away
and the temps start to creep above freezing (thank goodness!),
Fashion Scoop and Cheat Sheet have the news and notes you
need to tide you over until next
month’s supersized fashion issue.
February is the month of
love, and as my staff and I started planning this issue last November, the recurring question
was: Where are all of the good
guys hiding? If you read our
“Looking for Love” relationship report on p. 60, you may
discover your “guy” could be
lurking behind the computer
screen. We spend so much time

behind the PC or twiddling away on our smartphones, that if
you think about it, finding love in the digital domain (territory
we feel more than comfortable traversing) is a palpable evolution in how we communicate with the male species.
Sheena Sampson knows a thing or two about evolving and
we couldn’t be more thrilled to
have her on our cover. The Dallas
native was first introduced to you
in our August 2008 issue, and as
you’ll find out on p. 86, the dropdead gorgeous free spirit (with
a majestic voice to boot) has
grown in so many areas since
we last spoke with her over two
years ago.
E-mail me at jayemagmike@gmail.com and let me
know what you think of Sheena and how you plan to wear
spring’s hottest accessories.
And while you’re at it, follow
the official JAYE Twitter
account @JAYEmagazine
and “like” us on Facebook.
In the meantime, have a ball
reading the issue.

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Have an opinion about something you read in the magazine? Send
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JAYE IN THE KNOW
Follow the Money!

Careers are always in the front of our mind and in as the economy powers back up it’s good
to know which industries are booming. Jobs in the field of education, engineering,
medicine and finance are all expected to experience extreme growth in the next decade.
Which one’s right for you? By Courtney Ward
The Job: Teacher
Where: New York, California, Illinois
Why: Usually becoming a teacher is not
about the money but a good paycheck
never hurts. The national average salary
for a teacher is $47,750. The NassauSuffolk district in New York offers the
highest pay for elementary, middle and
high school teachers, averaging at just
over $78,000 a year. California falls in
second place with an elementary and
middle school average of over $68,000.
Illinois takes second place for high school
only where $70,000 is the average. Special
Education teachers make the most in
California at over $83,000, followed by
Michigan at almost $74,000.
Find out more: U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
The Job: Computer Engineer
Where: California, New York, Oregon,
Washington, South Carolina
Why: California is a hub of computer
engineering jobs thanks to Silicon Valley
and more than 25 of the Fortune 1000
corporations are based in the Golden
State waiting for you. If you’re looking
to step away from the norm, then New
York is the place to go. With a plethora of
companies to choose from, explore areas
such as telecommunications services,
computer systems design and financial
information technologies. Oregon is
home to Intel Corporation; Washington
state is the headquarters of Microsoft and
Amazon.com and has the highest tech
job growth of any of state according to the

American Elections Association. South
Carolina’s Research Triangle houses IBM
and Cisco among many others over a
7,000 acre technology stretch.
Find out more: American Electronics
Association
The Job: Medical Assistant
Where: California, Massachusetts, Washington D.C, Alaska
Why: California has the capacity to
employ more medical assistants simply
because they have 352 hospitals­ — more
than any other state. They also pay more,
about $43,000 a year. In Massachusetts,
you’ll make about $41,000 serving the
state with the highest concentration of
colleges and universities in its capital city
Boston. D.C. medical assistants average
about $38,000 a year, while Alaska, even
in the cold, offers $35,000.
Find out more: State Health Facts, U.S
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational
Outlook Handbook
The Job: Financial Adviser or Analyst
Where: New York, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Oregon
Why: People and businesses are monitoring their investments more than ever
now, and you should benefit from their
caution. Salaries range from $43,000 to
$139,000 with the median making at least
$73,000 per year. The average financial
connoisseur in New York makes over
$107,000 on Wall Street and throughout
the city. Companies like General Electric
and Travelers will pay you at $95,000 in

Connecticut to manage their investments.
Massachusetts business will pay you
$93,000 to come to work in four feet of
snow while Oregon offers a $91,000 average. These are all before that big yearly
bonus.
Find out more: CNN Money.com, U.S
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational
Outlook Handbook
The Job: Small Business Owner
Where: South Dakota, Nevada, Texas,
Florida, Virginia
Why: If you want to go against the grain
and start your own business there are still
places that are willing to facilitate your
goals. Here you’ll want to consider state
income and corporate tax rates as well as
crime. In South Dakota you have a zero
percent personal and corporate income
tax however these states do tax you for using the Internet. Nevada and Texas offer
the same luxury however the crime rate
is very high for both states. In the East,
Florida’s high crime rate is combated by
a zero percent personal income tax even
though corporate income tax hovers at
five percent. Virginia has low crime and
sticks to national averages with all taxes
around six percent.
Find out more: The Street Financial News

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jaye in the know: TV/Music/culture

Tivo Titan: Modern Family
The family that has us tuned in every week

the agenda:
Your Monthly
culture To-Do List
See
Drive Angry

■ Just when you were about the give up
on the family-comedy genre, Modern
Family cropped up on the scene last fall.
This comedy has something those others
didn’t—hilarity.
The 30-minute mockumentary-style
sitcom is about Jay Pritchett (Ed O’Neil)
and his adult kids Claire (Julie Bowen)
and Mitchell (Jesse Tyler Ferguson). Jay’s
on his second marriage, adjusting to life
with the feisty Gloria (Sofia Vergara) and
his very mature stepson Manny (Rico
Rodriguez). Claire, a stay-at-home mom,
is married to man-child Phil (Ty Burrell)
who would rather play “cool dad” with
their three children than be the bad guy
by disciplining them. Mitchell, a straightlaced lawyer, and his boyfriend Cameron
(Eric Stonestreet), who has a flair for the

dramatic, are embarking on parenthood
after adopting their daughter Lilly from
Vietnam.
The beauty of Modern Family is how
well it reflects the life of so many families
by supplementing situations so many
people experience, like locking their baby
in the car with the keys, with characters
who have distinct personalities instead of
being based on archetypes. Sure, Claire’s
a stay-at-home mom, but all of her lines
and emotions aren’t linked to that title.
Just like families who gather in front of
the TV every Wedneday night to see the
newest episode of the show, this family
is connected by love. That, along with
30 minutes of laugh-out-loud comedy, is
enough to keep us watching.
– Brianti Downing

one-sentence movie reviews

Just Go With It

After years of pretending to be
married to get girls, Danny (Adam
Sandler) finds a one he’s ready to
settle down with, so he tells her
he’s getting a divorce and enlists
his friend Katherine (Jennifer Anniston) to pretend to be his wife.

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I Am Number Four

Survival is the name of the game
in this action-packed film about
the fourth of nine aliens sent
to Earth after their planet was
destroyed by a rival species that
has now come to hunt them on
Earth.

Unknown

Dr. Martin Harris (Liam Neeson)
wakes up from a four-day coma
to discover that another man has
taken over his life and not even his
wife (January Jones) recognizes
him, so he sets on a journey to
prove who he really is.

Nicolas Cage channels his hardcore
side in this action-packed thriller about
a man who seeks revenge after his
daughter is murdered and her baby
is kidnapped. Because there’s just too
much action to be done justice in 2-D, it
can be seen in 3-D.

hear
Soul Punk by
Patrick Stump
Fall Out Boy lead singer
Patrick Stump releases
his debut solo album,
entitled Soul Punk.
Stump produced, recorded and played
all of the instruments for the album.
Talk about a labor of love.

read
Love Always by Harriet
Evans
Love Always by best-selling author
Harriet Evans is about Natasha Kapoor,
a London resident whose life changes
when she comes across the diary of her
aunt, who died in a tragic accident at
15 years old. Reading her young aunt’s
diary may just give her
the courage to take a
chance on love.

jaye in the know: music/books
The 7 Best Romance Artists:
Whether your heart has been broken,
you’re in love, getting back together, or
single, these are the artists you’ll want to
listen to during this month of love.
Taylor Swift: Country music’s princess
is no stranger to heartbreak, and she lets
that be known in her songs where she
touches on everything from guys doing
her wrong, not getting the guy she wants
and the occasional love story.
Ne-Yo: R&B’s resident gentleman makes
songs for those who’ve lost love and
gained it back, empowers women to not
depend on men for happiness, and isn’t
afraid to share what he loves in a woman.

of people’s hearts with her songs about
heartbreak, finding true love and personal happiness.
Maroon 5: The boys of Maroon 5 are no
strangers to break-ups and rejection. Lead
singer Adam Levine uses his personal
experiences in relationships to make hit
songs about trying to relationships, breakups and rekindling romance.
Alicia Keys: Alicia’s soulful ballads of
love and female empowerment are sure
to mend any broken heart whether you’re
having trouble in your relationship, looking for love or just have a crush.
– Brittney Fennell

Play This! Jam to these hand-picked
tunes in on our “I’m-Single-And-IDon’t-Really-Give-A-Damn Playlist”
“Tik Tok” by Ke$ha
“We’ll Be Alright” by Travie McCoy
“Radio” by Beyoncé
“Extraordinary” by Mandy Moore
“Fancy” by Drake
“Fergilicious” by Fergie
“Pretty Girl Rock” by Keri Hilson
“King of Anything” by Sara Bareilles
“All Dressed Up in Love” by Jennifer
Hudson
“Paper Planes” by M.I.A.
“Single” by Ne-Yo

Mariah Carey: This pop diva is not
only known for her five-octave-vocal
range, but also the ballads for those in a
long distance relationships or who aren’t
able to be near the ones they love.
Lauryn Hill: Lauryn may have only
recorded two albums, but they gave us
timeless love songs about coping with a
bad break-up, forgiveness and being in
love.
Mary J. Blige: The Queen of HipHop Soul earned her place in millions

Page-Turners

February’s new book releases


Animal Magnetism by Jill Shalvis: The bestselling author of Simply Irresistible comes out with a
new novel about a romance between a pilot for-hire
and a kennel owner in small-town Idaho.

The Sookie Stackhouse Companion by Charlaine
Harris: Intrigue continues to run through Bon Temps,
LA in Harris’ comprehensive guide into Sookie
Stackhouse’s world, which includes recipes and trivia
questions for long-time fans of the series.

Delirium by Lauren Oliver: After her debut
novel Before I Fall, Oliver follows up with this dystopian book about a world where love is removed via
surgery—unfortunately our protagonist falls in love
mere months before her scheduled procedure.

Pale Demon by Kim Harrison: In this unusual
twist in the road-trip genre, Harrison’s The Hollows
series continues when a witch named Rachel Morgan

travels with other mysterious creatures to get to a
convention where she must save her reputation or be
punished by death.

Treachery in Death by J.D. Robb: Detective Eve
Dallas and her partner come across two crooked—
and murderous—police officers who must be brought
to justice in Robb’s latest thriller.

Flirt by Laurell K. Hamilton: Hamilton continues
her Vampire Hunter series with her protagonist,
Anita Blake, meeting with a prospective client about
reanimating his recently deceased wife.

Angel by James Patterson: The latest book in
best-selling mystery author Patterson’s young adult
series, heroine Max must save the world from evil scientists who are trying to use her—and a newly created
mate—for genetic and evolutionary purposes in order
to advance their own sinister needs. – Kate Marcus

jaye in the know: books

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all around the world

You don’t have to leave the country to go travel around the globe.
Bundle up with these books that give a detailed view of different
countries as the backdrop to amazing plots By Kate Marcus
1. Mexico: Like Water For Chocolate by Laura Esquival
This sensual novel focuses on a young woman who uses cooking as
her only means of catharsis, as she is not allowed to get married as
tradition dictates, despite being in love. The quirky novel also includes
elements of romance, fantasy and magical realism, as well as recipes
for quail with rose petals and Mexican wedding cookies.
2. India: The Raj Quartet by Paul Scott
This novel follows British rule in India from World War II to India’s fight
for independence in the late 1940s. It follows characters on both sides
of the struggle and details the frictions between Eastern and Western
influences and powers.
3. Germany: The Berlin Stories by Christopher Ishwerwood
Christopher Isherwood’s collection of novellas is loosely based on his
experiences in Germany during the early part of the 20th century and
the Nazis’ eventual rise to power. It also inspired John Van Druten’s play
“I Am a Camera,” which is the basis for the stage musical and movie
Cabaret.

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4. China: Shark’s Fin and Sichuan Pepper: A Sweet-Sour Memoir of
Eating in China by Fuschia Dunlop
U.K. food writer and cookbook author Fuschia Dunlop recounts her
traveling and chef’s training in the Sichuan capitol of Chengdu, where
she became one of the foremost Western authorities on traditional
Chinese cuisine and cooking techniques.
5. United Kingdom: London by Edward Rutherfurd
Rutherfurd’s sprawling historical novel details the origins of the city on
the Thames from 2,000 years ago to present-day London. We meet
characters from all walks of life; from the peasants to the aristocrats
and everyone else in between.
6. France: Paris to the Moon by Adam Gopnik
New Yorker writer Adam Gopnik’s collection of essays recounts his five
years in France with his family while on assignment for the magazine.
Gopnik puts his personal spin on the differences between Americans
and the French, especially when it comes to topics such as food,
exercise and sports.

jaye in the know: sex/relationships
What exactly is flirting?

Flirting is a science. Biology suggests that flirting is a basic
instinct. Flirting can be found at the root of all sexual relationships. The potential to flirt

Flirting is an art. Think about everything that goes into it. It is a
dance nothing short of movement, technique and expressions.

Flirting is a means to an end. Some people do it for leisure.
Some do it to seek companionship. Others just need a boost to
his or her ego or self-esteem.

By definition, flirting is a form of social interaction where
one indicates his or her sexual interest in another person without
crossing the boundary of normal, everyday human interaction.

30 seconds with a Cute Guy

Dexter D., 21, Stony Brook University, Psychology

Why this cute guy is is single: “I don’t date just to date.
I only pursue women who I can see myself with longterm. I’m looking for someone with marriage potential.
I’m all about quality.”
What makes Dexter different from other guys: “I’m
old-fashioned. I pride myself on being gentlemen. With
me, a woman will always be treated like a princess.”
What turns him on: “Conversation. Physical attraction
only gets you so far. I need to be engaged.”
His ideal date: I don’t see why people don’t like dinner
and a movie anymore. It’s so simple that’s it great. Food
and conversation at dinner. Who doesn’t like a good
movie?
Speaking of dates, who pays?: Me. Do you have to
ask? –T.C.
Nominate a cute guy in your life by submitting their name,
age, college, e-mail address, along with a photo to
jayespeakyourmind@gmail.com.

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What Type of Flirt Are You?

A 2010 study published in Communication Quarterly surveyed more than 5,000 adults and identified five flirting styles.
Read on to see what type of flirt are you, and what it says about
your relationships?

Physical: Relationships develop quickly for these types.

Although emotional connection runs high, the relationship
focuses more on sex.
Traditional: These types believe in gender roles. Men
make the first move and do the chasing. Men that are traditional take longer to make a move. Don’t be surprised if a
traditional flirt is introverted.
Polite: Relationships are more meaningful for polite types.
They focus on manners and nonsexual communication. Like
traditional types, they are hesitant to approach potential mates
and aren’t flattered by flirting.
Sincere: The most popular of the types, sincere flirts revere
emotional connections highly. Don’t worry. There’s plenty of
sexual chemistry.
Playful: The most uncommon of the types, playful flirts
have little to no interest in long-term, meaningful relationships.
Flirting for these types are seen as recreational and a means to
boost self-esteem. – Talia Cadet
There’s no going
dutch with
Dexter—he’ll
foot the bill!

Welcome to Hampton University located
in Hampton, VA. I’m Brittney Fennell and
I’ll be your tour guide!
Ay, Ay Captain: Our campus
mascot is the pirate.
We’ve got spirit, yes we do: Our
school colors are blue and white.
Notable Alums: Famous
graduates of HU include Booker
T. Washington, who founded
Tuskegee University; Alberta Williams King, MLK Jr’s mom; former
ESSENCE magazine editor Angela
Burt-Murray; and comedienne
Wanda Sykes.
Special buildings: Robert C.
Ogden Hall, Virginia-Cleveland Hall,
Hampton University Museum and
the Holly Tree Dining Hall
Landmarks include: The Emancipation Oak, near the entrance
of the campus serves as a symbol
of the university’s rich heritage
and perseverance; Ogden Circle,

which has 24 flags that represent
the countries of currently enrolled
students; and the waterfront.
Why I love HU: Hampton
University is a historically black
and private institution (HBCU) and
is famous for providing students
with an education for life, instilling
professionalism in its students, and
being on the forefront in science,
engineering, business, nursing
and journalism. The students are
also known for being intelligent,
talented, trendsetting and creative
individuals.
Wait, there’s more: My favorite
thing about my school is the
family atmosphere among the
student body, how we encourage
one another to succeed, and the
camaraderie on campus.

ith a focus on
new and aspiring professionals,
The Intangibles are 10 things
that the classroom couldn’t
teach you about getting and
keeping the career you love.
 Define your brand. Before
you start sifting through job
openings, outline the skills
they you have and how you
can use them effectively. To
identify what sets you apart
from the rest, sit down and
think of what you want to accomplish in life and then determine what steps you need
to take to achieve those goals.
Learning the market that you
are targeting is also an integral
part of defining and developing your brand.
 Exercise discretion.
Competition is steep, and

Jeremy Clark, a friend of mine
and defensive end for the
NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles,
says, “Stay positive and take
care of the small things. The
big things will take care of
themselves.”
 Go get your happiness.
Success doesn’t just happen.
There are hours of preparation
(and sometimes perspiration)
involved in getting to the first
of your ultimate goals for even
the smallest of “overnight”
sensations. People appreciate
the drive of a go-getter and
hard work does pays off.
 Dress the part. You only
get one shot to make a lasting
impression. Make sure you a
dress for success and represent
the position that you are seeking. Many potential employers
observe what you have on and

The
Intangibles
by artieka smith

While school covers the technical ins and outs, they don’t
always confront the life skills you need to succeed in your
professional life. Bookmark these tips to help you separate
yourself from the fierce competition
positions are scarce. It’s hard
to not share an idea with your
roomie, but remember that
everyone doesn’t have your
best interests in mind.
 Grab a dose of glee. There
will be things at the office
that irk us. Fix your mindset
and personally acknowledge
what’s bothering you, so you
can extinguish the anxiety of
the project and move forward.

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make snap judgments about
you based on attire, hair and
overall attitude. If you’re applying for a job at a law firm,
don’t come in your ripped
jeans and flip-flops. The employer will think you are not
serious about your future with
their business.
 Know when to fire yourself. When you feel like you
aren’t benefitting from a posi-

tion or project, it’s know it is
OK to remove yourself. Your
superiors and and colleagues
will respect you for leaving
something that you’re not passionate about more than they
will if you stick around just to
be relevant.
 Honesty is the best policy.
“If you always tell the truth,
you never forget what you
said,” the saying goes, and it
holds true for budding professionals. If you always state
your intentions and never
lie to make others look bad,
people will remember you as a
truthful person. Being known
for honesty will take you far in
your career.
 Sometimes it’s not what,
but who you know. Networking gives you tools, as well as a
platform to meet other people
and attain new facets of business that you never thought
about going into. Cherish
professional relationships and
cultivate fledgling ones so you
can access your Roledex of
contacts when necessary.
 Know your stuff. Remember when going into an interview or a meeting, you should
know what’s going on. It’s the
easiest way to make sure that
your best foot is put forward

because as long as you know
the most on the topic at hand,
you are considered the expert.
Stand Out. You are as powerful as you believe you are.
Make sure you can express
yourself and make a mark everyone can see. In most career
fields women are the minority, so there needs to be a way
to turn your confidence into
power. If you know that you
have the capability to perform
a job function, do it to the best
of your ability and don’t let
anyone downplay your role.

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prairie chic

Spring’s Hottest Accessories!

Anna Sui

shoes $58,
Ecote;
urbanoutfitters.com.

top $39,
Tinley Road;
piperlime.com.

dress $58,
Young Composer;
modcloth.com.

necklace $40,
Pearl Glam;
modcloth.com.

backpack $63,
ASOS;
asos.com.

bag $158,
Madewell;
madewell.com.

Get the Look:

Fashion goes a little
bit country. Lace and
pearls, with antique
elements like cameos,
faded florals, and
worn leather, catapult
this classic look into a
modern era.

A scene from
the ‘70s and
‘80s hit Little
House on the
Prairie.

necklace $25,
Forever 21;
forever21.com.
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Chanel

jaye shopper: trend watch Spring’s Hottest Accessories!

sculpture
garden

necklace $45,
Hive and Honey;
piperlime.com.

belt $6,
Forever 21;
forever21.com.

necklace $95,
Blakegodbold;
topshop.com.

earrings $26,
Fossil;
fossil.com.

Get the Look:
dress $140,
Bluefly;
bluefly.com.

The Nasher
Sculpture
Center in
Dallas, Texas.

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Hunt for bold shield
necklaces, geometric
elements, and chain
details that add instant
edge to the girliest of tops
and dresses and carry the
potential to punch up any
outfit.

Nicky Hilton
kicking a boy
blazer and
pumps up a
notch with
electric-blue
pants.

clutch $300,
Marc by Marc Jacobs;
net-a-porter.com.

dress $75,
Mod Cloth;
modcloth.com.

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Classic accessories get a
wake-up call with big,
bright, and bold hues
and jewels. Incorporate
one of these into any outfit
(don’t be afraid to merge
look-at-me colors
together!) and you’ll shine!
bag $90,
Mod Cloth;
modcloth.com.

Confessions of
a Fashion Editor
Scarves as belts? Blazers from the boy’s
department? These are just a couple of tuckedaway tricks our Fashion Director Julianna
Hamett uses to get the most out of her style

A
scarf $235,
Nini Ong;
barneys.com.

s editors, we’re constantly asked: What inspires
you? What are the can’t-live-without items in
your closet? What are your style secrets? So far my
styling adventures have taught me so many tricks
of the trade and have helped to evolve my style. I
am dying to share all of my secrets so can dress like an editor
every day. This month, I challenge you to use all of my tips to
make February all about being confident and having fun with
fashion!
Shop like an editor: Look to unconventional places
for your next shopping excursion. I’m always in vintage and
consignment stores when I’m hunting for pieces to amp up
my wardrobe; and in the men’s or boy’s departments of your
favorite stores, you’ll find oversized tees and sweaters—they are
perfectly baggy! (Rachel Bilson has been known for rocking
Gap kids from time to time.)

So far my styling
adventures have
taught me so many
tricks of the trade and
have helped to evolve
my style.

sweater $135,
crewcuts;
jcrew.com.

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dress $500,
Diane von Furstenberg;
net-a-porter.com.

top $11,
Dorothy Perkins,
dorothyperkins.com.

Style like an editor:

When I’m not surveying the market for the perfect maxi skirts or
high-wattage accessories—which
are huge trends for spring, by the
way—I’m a stylist’s assistant. On
location, I’m always picking up
little tricks that I use when styling others and myself. One of
my favorites? Using a scarf as a belt. Tie it around the waist and
tie in a big bow in the back for a sweet yet completely unexpected look. I also love to layer a long-sleeved tee under a strapless
dress or pile on pretty rhinestone necklaces with a vintage
band tee for an amazing contrast.
Get Inspired like an editor: I wanted to share a
few of my personal items from my closet to get you inspired
like I do when looking at images of other editors. For example,
my personal favorite editor icon: Anna Dello Russo.
I find the most personal pieces and the pieces most special
to me are my accessories. I love collecting jewelry and shoes.
Here’s a peek inside a portion of my collection.
Happy styling! If you have success with your new look and
wish to share photos or just want more recommendations, feel
free to contact me at jhamett@gmail.com! ■

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JAYE FASHION SCOOP
Wise Buy:
Lace Dress

With spring on the horizon and
Valentine’s Day around the
corner, fall in love with a showstopping, evening-ready frock

S

taying conservative is
always a safe bet, but
this spring, why not
gamble with a hint of lace
in your arsenal? There’s no
better way to add interest to
your closet, while staying
sophisticated and polished,
and if you needed any more
incentive, we spotted the
trend everywhere from Zac
Posen to Dolce & Gabbana
to Valentino and TK, and
we previse it isn’t going
anywhere anytime soon.For
all you ladies heading out
on dates for Valentine’s Day,
this black, long-sleeved lace
A.L.C dress is your up for the
occasion. – Ashley Williams

Collette Dinnigan
Kelly Osbourne
in Marchesa.

Zac Posen
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top $158,
J. Crew;
jcrew.com.

jaye fashion scoop: news

trend alert:
the shirt dress

■ Leave it to Sam Shipley and
Jeff Halmos to serve up a heap
of easy clothes that are versatile enough to wear to the
classroom or the club during
their spring Shipley & Halmos
runway presentation. Our
favorite? A crisp white shirt
dress cinched at the waist with a
barely there skinny belt.

shirt dress $215,
James Perse;
farfetch.com.

We were smitten by this photo
on street-style blog All the
Pretty Birds of model Fifi
Newbery sporting a
cranberry-colored grandpa
cardigan layered over a
minidress that we can’t wait to
scurry to a vintage shop and
find one for to help us
transition from the brutally
cold winter temps into the
warmer spring months.

shoes $89,
Chinese Laundry;
macys.com.

fashion math: One blue-tiered skirt + One
cashmere turtleneck + One paper-bag bootie =
Frieda Pinto’s weekend out on the town look
We’re always on the hunt for looks that we can run errands
in after a busy week of classes that balance polish with
effortlessness, so when we found this photo of the 26year-old Indian actress, we knew we were on to something.
To get the look yourself, stick to a monochromatic palette
and show off your personality with unexpected details like
overlapping ruffles on a skirt or a supersexy shoe.

switch out your
sky-high heels for
a sensible flat like
the version to the
left, shown at the
balenciaga spring
show, which
harkened romantic
memories of
childhood classics
like the outsiders
and grease.
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skirt $860,
Sara Lanzi;
net-a-porter.com.

backpack $70,
There’s something
Topshop;
undoubtedly cool
topshop.com.
about giving your
messenger bag or
satchel a break in
favor of a tan-washed
backpack — up the
chic factor by teaming
it up with a dainty
floral dress and classic
denim jacket.

on our radar
over-the-knee boots
For those days when getting
dolled up is the last thing on
your mind, these perfect-forwinter staples are a musthave. Wear them with a flirty
dress (à la Vanessa
Hudgens), or skinny jeans
(we see you Ciara and Kim
Kardashian!).
boots $180,
DV by Dolce Vita;
nordstrom.com.

sweater
$165, Lilly;
thomaspink.com.

The first four looks (including the one
above-left) of fashion darling Prabal
Gurung’s spring collection
featured figure-hugging frocks
rendered in attention-grabbing sky blue,
igniting a trend sure to permeate for
months to come. Get a head start on the
look by investing in a wear-with-anything
cotton sweater ideal for layering with all
of your favorite staples.

“There’s a shift to feminine for spring,”
Justin Ellis, the style and brand
director or Le Rich Couture, a junior’s
contemporary fashion line, says.
“Winter was so strong and edgy.” We
caught up with the fashion guru to
see what should be at the top of your
shopping list in the months to come:

a lace top
a killer wedge
statement jewelry
top $23,
Delia’s;
delias.com.

shoes $375,
L.A.M.B;
bracelet $330,
heels.com.
Fallon;
asos.com.

jeans $210,
Current/Elliott;
net-a-porter.com.

jaye fashion scoop: news
blazer $120,

Whitney’s Words of
Wisdom MTV’s The City

Style Star: Emma Stone Madewell;
madewell.com.
On the heels of her fall
blockbuster Easy A, the 22year-old starlet has earned
her way on to the bestdressed lists with a uniform
of polished basics like
simple blazers and tops
shoes $250,
Pour La Victoire;
and glam evening looks jildorshoes.com.
with pops of color for visual
interest.

Now Behold
the Lam

High-end
fashion designer
Derek Lam will
be showcasing a
brand new
collection
exclusively for
eBay By Carissa Chesanek
Wishing you could afford
those high-priced designer
labels? Well, thanks to eBay
you can now afford some
top-notch designer names!
Derek Lam plans to partner
up with the online auction
and shopping site to introduce an original collection
to be exclusively sold and
revealed during this month’s
New York Fashion Week.
Viewers of eBay will then be
able to vote for their favorite
items online after the collection has been presented.
Lam and eBay will then use
the votes to determine the
final collection.
“Having a direct and immediate dialogue with the online audience is what makes

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fashion exciting and relevant
in this moment,” Derek Lam
says. “eBay’s technology
offers me a unique and innovative opportunity to reach
new and existing customers
directly, and to create fashion
they desire.”
Lam’s final collection will
be available at fixed “accessible” prices. The price points
are not known as of yet, but
since Lam stated he would
love to have a “diffusion line
like TopShop,” the prices may
be around what you would
find there.
“We are thrilled that a
fashion luminary like Derek
recognizes the power of
eBay as a platform to directly
engage style-conscious

shoppers worldwide,” Miriam
Lahage, the vice president
and general manager of
eBay Fashion, explains in a
statement. “This collaboration underscores how eBay
is leveraging technology to
invent new ways to shop
fashion and provide access
to acclaimed designers at
incredible value. Our global
reach enables us to expand
the velocity of trade in the
fashion ecosystem—helping
leading-edge designers, like
Derek, as well as brands and
retailers, market to a new
audience.”
eBay Fashion is a virtual
outlet that offers all of the
hottest clothes and accessories online to a wide audience. The online shopping
retailer offers discounts on
all designer duds, leaving the
customer happy with money
left over.
Lam will be joining the
other designers like Narciso
Rodriquez that have designed
collections for eBay. Having
Derek Lam take part in this
site will only add icing to the
fashionable cake.

may not have been renewed
for another season, but you
can still get your Whitney fix
by picking up a copy of her
new book True Whit: Designing a Life of Style, Beauty, and
Fun, which hits stores this
month.
The 224-page book is full
of advice—how to get rid of
puffy eyes, what to wear on
a date, tips on decorating a
tiny apartment and pointers
on hosting killer parties—to
young women beginning
their journey in the world and
coming into their own. According to It Books (a division
of HarperCollins), the book’s
publisher, True Whit is a “conversational, fun, and candid
guide for girls looking to start
out [in life] with style.”
“Being a twenty-something
can be a difficult phase,” Port
says. “There are so many
questions, and I wanted to
write about my experiences
for anyone who needs help
navigating through life.” She
continues, “it’s a really fun and
fresh how-to-guide where I
can share anecdotes that I’ve
learned from both work and
my personal life.” – Jill Scherr

designer spotlight:
charlotte ronson
With a standout spring collection and
positive reviews from all spectrums of the
industry, the London-bred designer
continues her reign as one of the innovative
forces in fashion By Ashley Williams
It seems as though a lot
of designers have channeled
the ‘90s these past few seasons, but not many have done
it in a practical way. However,
Charlotte Ronson managed
to gather ready-to-wear
looks from her spring 2011
inspiration, My So-Called
Life, and unofficial muse,
Angela Chase to produce a
set chock-full of plaid shirts,
sheer dresses, combat boots
with scrunchy socks, and
sweaters tied around the
waist — outfits that were not
only sensible, but adorable.
“It’s about dressing down,
but in a romantic way. It’s a
little grungy,
but
feminine,” the
33-year-old
designer says.
Ronson
was born in
London into
a wealthy
family of
real-estate
moguls
and socialites, with a twin sister and
brother. She attended New
York University majoring
in Studio Art, while interning at Rolling Stone, Harper’s
Bazaar, and with designer

Cynthia Rowley. She began
her designing stint after
friends asked her to make
pieces for them.
Ronson has had a strong
influence on the fashion
industry thus far with
celebrities such as Beyoncé,
Joy Bryant, Kate Moss, and
Blake Lively all seen wearing
her looks, quickly becoming
a favorite in Hollywood. She’s
also collaborated with Urban
Outfitter’s creating Play by C.
Ronson, sold exclusively in
over 100 of their retail stores
and online, plus the popular
I [Heart] Ronson line, sold
exclusively in JCPenney stores
nationwide.
Ronson
masterfully
juxtaposes masculine influences — grunge,
military, dark
colors — and
staples through
with feminine
touches. Her eye
for what looks
flattering on a
woman, with the combined
risk of pairing sheer dresses
with combat boots keeps our
interest and makes us wonder
what’s next? ■

“It’s about
dressing
down, but in
a romantic
way. It’s a
little grungy,
but feminine.”

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Christopher Kane

<< Styling
Tip: You can
mix
contrasting
colors as long
as you stick
with the same
or a similar
fabric.

■ We were bitten by the love bug five months ago when we saw
the spring collections, and found ourselves in a quandry trying to
pick our favorites: Bright colors mixed and matched with reckless
abandon; classic button-downs reintrerpreted for the modern
woman; muted earth tones perfect for laid-back looks; and
feminine staples for our inner girly-girl. The easy part is picking
the looks of the season; the hard part is figuring out how to wear
them. Not anymore! Reference the following pages for a tutorial in
Spring Style 101.

Bright Separates

Eye-catching colors aren’t foreign to
the runway, but the way they were colorblocked, mashed-up and effortlessly
thrown together were a welcome change of
pace. Stick to of-the-moment silhouettes to
keep the look from veering into teenybopper
territory.

Get the Look:
Styling Tip: >>
Hemlines are
below the knee
this season, a
welcome change
after seasons of
tight miniskirts.

skirt $395,
Thakoon Addition;
net-a-porter.com.

shoes $40,
Bakers;
bakersshoes.com.

<< A cashmere
sweater is a chic
alternative to a
jacket and can
be dressed up or
down.

After seasons of no-nonsense monochromatism and unfussy minimalism, it’s nice to see
designers are back to jumbling patterns in
inspiring ways to help you get the most of out
of your wardrobe. The rules haven’t changed:
Blend disparate prints with one unifying
color — black is the common denominator in
the Balenciaga look to the right.

If you’re interested in a more subdued trend
to test, the blush-colored separates that
reigned on spring’s runways may be right
up your fashion alley. The generously cut
button-front shirts and wide-cut slacks
seen in collections like TK show that you
don’t have to resort to skin-tight, barely-there
frocks and minis to grab attention.

Get the Look:
blazer $35,
Old Navy;
oldnavy.com.

top $138,
American Rag;
farfetch.com.

Styling Tip: >>
Steer clear of
skin-tight sheer
tops and opt for
roomier versions
that can be
layered.

belt $18,
Rolfs;
ebags.com.
<< Belting your
jackets is an
excellent way to
show off your
figure and add
polish to your
outfits.

<< Styling Tip:
Feminine staples
are equal parts
modern and
sophisticated
when rendered in
neutral colors.

When color’s sparse, a premium is placed on
craftmanship and construction, so make
sure you’re investing in pieces that are made
well and versatile enough to be worn with
the pieces that are already mainstays in your
closet. Another pointer: Don’t go overboard
with jewelry; you want to look soft and
clean, not severe and complicated.

Get the Look:
top $70,
Topshop;
topshop.com.

shoes $185,
Rag & Bone;
barneys.com.

dress $500,
Camilla and Marc;
net-a-porter.com.

shorts $126,
Current/Elliott;
net-a-porter.com.

shoes $277,
Tory Burch;
net-a-porter.com.

Styling Tip: >>
Platforms aren’t
going anywhere
so what are you
waiting for?
Snag a pair!

<< Styling Tip:
When worn in
moderation, sexy
staples breathe
fresh air into a
stodgy wardrobe.
A rule of thumb:
Stick to one
provocative piece
per outfit.

Sex Siren

There’s a way to balance femininity with sex
appeal without emitting “skank signals,” as
long as you remember a few rules: Stick to
neutrals; brightly colored lingerie-inspired
garb is cheesy and the farthest thing from
sultry. Also look for items that can be layered
with more casual pieces to make the overall
look more inviting and laid-back.

Get the Look:
dress $100,
Topshop;
topshop.com.

bra $100,
Stella McCartney;
net-a-porter.com.

>> Beat-up
boyfriend jeans,
a chunky
cardigan and
sky-high heels
dresses a sexy
sheer top down
enough to be
worn for day to
class and errandrunning!

top $49,
Calypso;
calypsostbarth.com.
shorts $92,
McQ;
theoutnet.com.

shoes $632,
Miu Miu;
bluefly.com.

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Flaunt a plump pout with this tasty collagen-filled lip treat. Purple
Lab Huge Lips & Skinny Hips Lip Gloss in Limo to Lobby, $25; hsn.
com. Every fab face has a solid foundation. Get the luck of the draw
with this face, lip and eye kit. Laura Geller Spackettes Kit, $30; laurageller.com. For a barely-there natural look an all-natural foundation is key. NatureLuxe Silk Foundation, $12; drugstores nationwide.
A girl doesn’t kiss and tell, unless she’s been kissed by the sun, and
that’s exactly the look you’ll have after using a bronzer with just the
right amount of golden undertones. L’Oreal HIP Vibrant Shimmering
Bronzing Powder, $6; drugstores nationwide. Pull off one of spring’s
hottest makeup trends with an orange-inspired lip color. Milani
lipstick in Mandarina, $5; drugstores nationwide.

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Shiny hair, silky hair, and heat protection all in one? Check! Chi Silk
Infusion, $23; target.com. This tool is a great guide for getting bonestraight hair while flat ironing and can also be used for a trim. Jilbere
Vented Straightening/Cutting Comb, $6, sallybeauty.com. Give hair
its groove back with this hydrating, healing moisturizer. Moroccan
Oil Restorative Hair Mask, $35; beautycollection.com. Get a beautiful
bun without forcing a million bobby pins through your hair with
this swirly spin pin. Goody Spin Pin, $6, target.com. This is for the
girls with curls. Using this product will elongate curls and leave hair
bouncy and full of body. Miss Jessie’s Stretch Silkening Creme, $22,
target.com.

We’ve given you our list of beauty musthaves, now it’s time to see what products
some of our favorite leading hair and
makeup insiders can’t live without
Fashion and editorial
makeup artist Jessica
Lauren recommends a
tinted moisturizer that has
SPF in it as the first step to a
five-minute makeup look.
“Right there you are taking
care of three steps: moisturizer, sunscreen, and foundation.” Stila Illuminating Tinted
Moisturizer spf 15, $32, ulta.
com.
For keep-it-real beauty tips,
glam gals turn to Erin
Bailey from Scanalousbeautyonline.com for advice.
Some of her go-to beauty
items are reliable makeup
brushes. “A blending brush
is really great to get into
your crease and blend your
shadow. There are other
things that you can do with
this like blending your concealer.” M.A.C blending brush,
$22.50; maccosmetics.com.
Celebrity hairstylist, Amoy
Pitters, master hair stylist
& owner of Manhattan based
salon Amoy Couture Hair,
and star of the hit reality
show “House of Glam” has
made her mark in the hair
game for years, and the girl
knows a thing-or-two about

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extensions. “As more stars
and celebrities begin to experiment with new hairstyles,
hair weaves have become
even more ubiquitous. Like
hair coloring, a hair weave is
a relatively easy and non-invasive way to change your appearance.” Remy Magic Yaky
Clip from the Janet Collection,
$64; hairstopandshop.com.
One of YouTube’s hottest
makeup artists and beauty
tutors, Makeup by Ren
Ren, is known for having
beautiful eyeshadow technique and executing the look
of a gorgeous glow. One of
her go-to products is concealer by Eve Pearl. “They are
a must-have in my personal
kit and I definitely use them
on every client.” Eve Pearl
Salmon Concealer Trio, $50;
evepearl.com.
The beauty guru Karen,
from makeupandbeautyblog.
com gushed about how these
products helped her deal with
dry skin: “Since I’ve started
using these Aveeno products, Aveeno Active Naturals
Eczema Care Cream, $9;
drugstore.com.
–Margaret Francois

In her monthly column, Beauty Director Margaret Francois culls the
market to bring you the best buys to make sure this year's V-Day is the
best one yet. From sexy underthings and alluring fragrances to kits
with everything you need to ease the morning walk of shame, she's left
nothing to chance. The problem, you'll find, will be whittling your list
down because there's so much sexiness on just on page. Here's to love!
Valentine’s Day has always been a time of
pampering for me. Whether I spend the night
showering my love interest with hugs and kisses, or
spoiling myself with chocolate-covered strawberries
and a romantic comedy, I make the most of it. One
of the best parts of celebrating in style, is sharing,
collecting and using beauty products that are
centered around love. Whether you’re with friends
or doing your thing solo-dolo this year, here are
some glamorous necessities to make it a night to
remember.
2
1

1. Sexy and small enough to fit in a
clutch, this three-pack of pretty panties
are the perfect accessory for a romantic
weekend getaway. Affinitas Intimates,
$28; herroom.com.
2. Get more bang for your buck with this
three-in-one candy-scented gel cleanser.
Philosophy’s Candy Hearts Collection
Shampoo, Conditioner & Bubble Bath in
Sweet on you, $16, philosophy.com.
3. Release your inner bad girl by clashing
the good with the bad with a fruity floral
scent. I love the vintage vibe the squeeze
pump adds. Love Rocks Perfume; $29;
victoriassecret.com.
4. The eyes are a window into the soul,
so bat those lashes and show off a flirty
shimmering shadow. Cargo PlantLove

Pressed Eyeshadow in Iris, $18;
drugstore.com.
5. Kill him with a kiss, or just your looks
with a sexy red pout. Mac lipstick in Ruby
Woo $14.50; maccosmetics.com.
6., 7. Set your face with all-in-one kit on
the night of the a big date with the Too
Faced Look of Love Collection or get out
of dodge the morning after with the Too
Faced Sweet Escapes kit. Look of Love
Collection $45, Faced Sweet Escapes kit,
$38; both available at toofaced.com.
8. Slip a note to your boo and let him
know about this sweet smelling body
pampering gift set full of soaps, lotions
and massage oils, which can definitely benefit you both. Lush Sweet and
Dreamy Gift Set, $70, lush.com.

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JAYE BODY

Just
Throw it in
the Bag!
Exercise can leave
you sweaty and
tired — not a good
look if you have a
class post-workout.
Bring these items
along to re-energize
after a grueling
session >>

No Time Like
the Present!

The holidays are finally over. After going
several rounds with your horrible holiday
eating habits (we’re sure your grandma’s
award-winning pumpkin pie was worth it),
your body could probably use some
rejuvenating. Follow these tips and you’ll be
fit by February
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jaye body: fitness/health
Cleansing cloths and face
wash remove dirt and makeup so skin can breathe freely
during a sweaty gym session. Look for products with
the word “noncomedogenic”
on their packaging, especially
if you have skin sensitivities
or regular breakouts — they
won’t clog your pores.
We recommend: Neutrogena
Cleansing Cloths, Oil-Free
Acne Wash, $7.

na’s Healthy Skin Blends ($11)
or Rimmel Natural Bronzer
($5).

Body mist is a nice substitute for a shower if you don’t
have time for one. It’ll do the
job for your next class, but it’s
not an excuse to skimp on
your hygiene.
We recommend: Target carries affordable versions in a
variety of subtle scents from
$4 to $12.

Leggings and a hoodie or
moto jacket are a quick way
to turn your workout wear
into a fashion statement.
Change into them after your
workout, so people don’t think
you just rolled out of bed and
came to class (which you
didn’t!).
We recommend: Stop by Walmart for leggings ($10), and
Target for hoodies or moto
jackets ($34).

Deodorant is a must. Try a
travel-sized deodorant—it’s
compact and effective.
We recommend: Check our
your local drugstore to find
the antiperspirant for you.
Bronzer will give you a
natural look. Use a big brush
and distribute it evenly over
your cheeks.
We recommend: Neutroge-

Extra Credit: Health

Darker-colored alcoholic
beverages — bourbon, scotch,
tequila, brandy, ales — have a
greater amount of chemicals
called congeners, which are
more likely to cause a
hangover, according to the
Mayo Clinic. But light or dark,
excess alcohol can lead to a
perfectly awful day after.
Source: U.S. News Health

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Wraps and headbands are
ideal for hiding the drooping
bangs or unruly curls that
a workout can cause. Don’t
be afraid to make a statement
with a bold pattern.
We recommend: You’ll find a
bevy of options for under $5 at
Forever 21.

Sunglasses and pink lip balm
will complete your look. No
one will ever know that you
just got back from the gym.
We recommend: Forever 21’s
under-$10 shades are awesome and beauty chain Ulta
stocks perfect lip balms from
$6 to $12. – Emily Ramsey

30 to 50

The percentage, according to a
health.com report, of
Americans who snore, “most
without consequence. But in
some cases snoring is a
symptom of sleep apnea, a
disorder linked to heart disease,
high blood pressure, and stroke.”

The 5-minute
workout

One of your best features is
your booty. tone yours up
right before spring with our
easy how-to!
Every girl wants a firm, bootylicious behind. But
how can you find the time? Five minutes is all it
takes, morning, night or in between classes.
The one-legged lunge:
>> With feet hip-width apart, stand two feet in
front of chair with hands on hips.
>> Place the top of your right foot on the chair
behind you.
>> Lower into a squat, keeping you left knee,
as it bends, behind
your left toes.
Says Kim Kardashian
of her body and curves: >> Do 15-20 reps.
“For me, skinny
Switch legs and
is just a style
repeat.

of jeans — not a
goal.”

After mastering this
technique, replace
the chair with a stability ball. The entire body will
have to keep balance, giving you a more intense
workout.
Source: KimKardashianFan.net.

Want an even bigger
challenge? While using
the stability ball, also
hold a free weight in
front of you to work the
arms and shoulders.
–E.R.

Diabetics routinely
check their blood
sugar to it’s at a
reasonable level.

More people are getting diagnosed with type-two diabetes
because of lifestyle choices — poor eating habits, dormant
fitness strategies, etc. Below are some of the same steps
that keep a diabetic healthy and help lower your risks of
succumbing to the disease.

Diabetes: A
Problem with
the
Plate
Supersize this, add-on that­—we live in a society
that screams “more is more!” But at what cost?
Courtney Ward details how a preventible
disease is taking crippling our country

A

s Americans, we
hear all the time
that we are fat.
We’re the fattest
nation, we have
the fattest kids—just one of
our dinner plates could feed
the world’s poor. What we
may not hear is that in reality
we’re giving ourselves diseases
and taking years off our lives,
all because we like getting full
off of fast, fatty foods.
Diabetes diagnoses have
skyrocketed over the past
decade. According to the
Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC), about
one in 15 Americans have
type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Over
26 percent of those people are
under the age of 20.
The CDC says between 90
and 95 percent of all diabetes

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cases are type 2. For people
with type 1 diabetes, lifestyle
has nothing to do with how
the disease formed. However
it is the difference between
having difficult or moderate
diabetes. For those who have
type 2, lifestyle is a major
contributing factor and maybe
even the primary cause.
Type 1 diabetes is
when the pancreas stops
making insulin. Insulin is a
natural chemical in the body
that allows for the sugars you
eat to enter cells and be used
for energy. When the pancreas
doesn’t produce insulin, sugar
builds up in your blood and
cells don’t get the energy they
need to function. If the condition goes untreated several
severe results can occur such

Exercise: This is a simple way to keeping your body
in healthy and prevent a variety of diseases including diabetes. The problem is finding time. It’s there if you look for
it. Take that chemistry book to the gym and walk or jog the
treadmill while you read. If you like being outdoors, you’re
already a step in the right direction. Make your playlist and
go for a long walk. If you’re sweating and you feel your
heart pumping, you’re doing it right.

Maintain a good weight: Steps one and two
will almost certainly help you sustain a healthy weight.
For some people, a little more of both is necessary but
that’s OK because it will really pay off in the long run. For
those girls that can eat an entire pizza and think nothing of
it — consider your future and hit the gym. Diabetics are not
always several pounds overweight even though that can
be a cause.

Eat right: Consider quality over quantity. One cookie
is enough — the whole box is too many. Eat your biggest
meal at the start of the day so you have time to work it off
doing normal activities even if you can’t fit in a work out
(though you should try). If you know you’ll be sitting at a
desk all day, then take all your meals a little lighter and eat
small portions of healthy snacks.

as eye, nerve, heart or kidney
damage, as well as death.
Lauren Enick has been
living with type 1 diabetes for
19 years; she was diagnosed
at age 8 when her parents
noticed that she would often
become sweaty and lethargic.

have,” she says.
With her insulin pump
on her hip, Lauren eats a
salad with chicken and a little
dressing. The pump is the only
indicator that she has diabetes. Even the foot-tall bottle
of water on the table and the

disease naturally and must
take insulin daily in order to
maintain normal blood sugar
levels. However with the right
management, it’s possible to be
healthy and live a long life.

Type 2 diabetes, on

type 1 or type 2, you can do
a lot to prevent it or at least to
keep it so under control that
you are never diagnosed.”
Everyone is different but
type 2 diabetes is often the
result of simply not taking
care of your body—eating

“When people see me out running, they don’t say, ‘Oh she must be diabetic’. They
just think I’m a health nut. I guess I am but I have to be plus it’s nice not to get
winded going up a flight of stairs.”
“The good thing about
being diagnosed when I was
really young is that I have had
so long to make good habits.
So all the things that even
people who don’t have diabetes try to get used to doing,
I’ve been doing for years. And
eventually it just becomes a
routine not to even look at the
sugary-sweet stuff that I can’t

Nalgene bottle in her bag don’t
give her away.
“When people see me out
running, they don’t say, ‘Oh
she must be diabetic’. They just
think I’m a health nut. I guess
I am but I have to be plus it’s
nice not to get winded going
up a flight of stairs.”
Type 1 diabetics, like
Lauren, developed the

diabetes by the numbers
11.5 million, or 10.2% of all
women aged 20 years or older have diabetes.

seventh leading

Diabetes was the
cause of death listed on U.S. death certificates in
2006.

Adults with diabetes have heart disease death rates

2 to 4 times higher than adults

about
without diabetes.

Diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of

blindness among adults aged 20–74
years.

60% to 70%

About
of people with
diabetes have mild to severe forms of nervous
system damage.
source: diabetes.org

the other hand, is when the
pancreas can’t make enough
insulin or the body just can’t
use it the right way. Both types
of diabetes have the same
results if they go unmanaged.
“Type 2 is different because
it has so much to do with the
choices that people make,”
says Lauren. “Even if other
people in your family have
Some diabetics use
pumps like these
to adminster their
insulin, the hormone
that regulates the
amount of glucose in
the blood.

the wrong foods, being over
weight, not exercising..
“I always think its sad when
you hear that an elementary
school has taken out P.E. Kids
are set up for bad habits and
one day their doctor is going
to give them a good reason to
get off the couch. I think it’s
easier for everyone when they
start early.” ■

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jaye digest:â&#x20AC;&#x2030;relationships

looking for love?
You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to date the guy next door
anymore. As Kamie Pamulapati reports,
you can date the guy in Israel from your living
room in Georgia with the help of online dating
sites and social networks

T

ired of unsuccessful, endless nights trolling the bar
for dates? Why not troll the Internet instead. With
social networks like Facebook and Twitter stealing the hearts of young (and not so young) singles
everywhere and dating sites like eHarmony.com
and Match.com sprouting up faster than ever, online dating has
never been easier, or more popular. This $957-million industry
is the third-largest revenue producer of paid content sites and is
estimated to grow by 10 percent through 2013, according to Forrester Research Inc.
â&#x20AC;&#x192; In fact, OnlineSchools.org, an informational website on
learning and education compiled statistics on online dating
and found that 40 million people in the U.S. are currently using
online-dating websites. Combined with the fact that 20 million
people visit at least one online-dating service a month, according
to Online Dating Magazine, and you have one hell of an Internet
infatuated community. >>

jaye digest: relationships
Once considered strictly for older
generations, the Internet has now become
a popular dating platform for all ages,
ethnicities and sexual orientations. While
there are general dating sites, such as
eHarmony.com, Chemistry.com and
Match.com, there are also more specific
sites, like JDate for Jewish singles, Shaadi.
com for Indians, Gay.com for the GLBT
community and University Love Connection for college students, along with
many more.
As the landscape of online dating is
changing, so are its users.
While some college students still prefer
face-to-face hookups to digital hookups,
others are finding the Internet to be a
more attractive alternative to traditional
forms of dating.
As an online-dating profiler and
former online-dating junkie, E. Foley, 31,
is a huge supporter of digital dating. Foley
first began her online quest for love as a
student at Hamilton College, a private,
independent, liberal arts college located
in Clinton, New York, after becoming
dissatisfied by the types of guys she was
meeting.
Foley, who is admittedly attracted to
“quiet, geeky types,” thought she would
have better luck meeting them on the
Internet rather than around her college
campus.
“You don’t find guys like that out at
parties or hanging out at bars. You find
them where they live, which is on the
Internet,” Foley says.
Although Foley was initially nervous
to meet her online crush and begin a relationship offline, her first attempt at online
dating was successful (they dated over a
year and are still friends today) and she’s
never looked back since. Surprisingly, in
spite of Foley’s fondness for online dating
services, she met her current boyfriend
through her blog, rather than a dating
site.
While Foley has had a few negative
experiences with online dating in the

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past, like discovering her dream date was
a homophobe or getting e-mails from
guys just looking for a booty call, she says
the positives greatly outweigh the negatives. For Foley and many other online
daters, one of the greatest advantages of
searching for love online is the amount of
potential dates you have access to, which
Foley believes isn’t possible to replicate in
the real world.
Audrey Saint-Elie, a student at the
University of Kentucky College of Law,
likes Internet dating for its unique social
atmosphere. As someone who is reserved
when meeting strangers, Saint-Elie prefers
Internet dating to face-to-face dating
because it allows her to be more open.
“I’m a social butterfly when I have the
computer screen to hide behind and shy
in person, so finding someone on the
Internet was perfect [for me],” the 25-yearold says.
Foley also shares the same sentiments.
“I am a bit shy when I meet people in person, so it was much easier for me to chat
someone up online and get to know them
there before making the leap to real-life
interaction,” Foley says.
However, unlike Foley, Saint-Elie has
never tried online dating services. Instead,
Saint-Elie met her fiancé, Trevor, through
the social networking site Twitter. At
the time, she’s wasn’t looking for online
love, but she says “somehow it happened”
and the two have been dating since the
summer of 2009. With over 700 miles between them, Saint-Elie never thought that
her tweets with Trevor would amount to
anything more than harmless flirting.
“I wasn’t even thinking about a relationship,” Saint-Elie says.
But as their Twitter relationship moved
from insta-flirting on the microblogging
locus to e-mails and phone calls, meeting
in person was inevitable as were the feelings they were developing for one another.
“When I finally made the decision to
go visit him for the first time, I was confident that we would have fun, if not start a

Tips from Online
E. Foley
Favorite Dating Sites: Match.com and eHarmony
Favorite Free Dating Site: OkCupid.com
Do: Be honest, be respectful and be kind.” “Be actively
involved with your online dating—send out an email or
two per day to guys that interest you.” “Go slowly “from
e-mail on the site, to instant message, to phone then to a
first date.”
Don’t: “Get discouraged by e-mails from skivvy guys
looking for a fling. Just laugh, delete them and move on.”

relationship,” Saint-Elie says.
Although Saint-Elie’s online courtship
was one of the best experiences of her life,
she acknowledges that there is a certain
amount of danger when it comes to Internet relationships.
“People sometimes have an Internet
persona that is totally different from their
real one,” Saint-Elie says. “You might not
really know the person you’re talking to.”
For these reasons, Jessica Williams, 26,
a counseling and educational psychology major at the University of Western
Georgia was initially wary of starting a
relationship with a guy she me on Twitter.
“I was worried about [starting a relationship] with him because it’s hard enough
to date normally and now I have distance
and the online thing working against
me,” said Williams in reference to her
long-distance relationship with her current boyfriend, Deeds, whom she’s been
dating since August 2009.
Williams says that the biggest disadvantage to online dating is the lack of reli-

sion if I want to date them,” said Marilu.
“Plus, there’s so much room for lying and
dishonesty.”
In regards to lying, Foley argues,
“There will always be people who are
dishonest no matter where or how you
find them.”
Still, others like Zoë Blue, 30, who has
had nothing but positive experiences with
online dating, but has chosen to date in
person rather than online.
Blue, who maintains www.winkwinkwink.wordpress.com, a blog about her
dating experiences both on-screen and
off-screen, tried online dating for three
months, but stopped because she was
having difficulty balancing her work life
and online-dating life.
While Blue enjoyed the distance
element of online dating, like not being
“muddied by physical attraction,” she
also missed those intangible elements of
dating that can only be experienced in
person, like “the way his hair smells or the
crooked way he smiles.”

“In person it’s a bit harder to hide [the truth] because you
can see them, hear them, drink them in nonverbally. Online
you have to accept what they give you.” – jessica williams

ability and the lying that can sometimes
occur.
“They get to paint their own picture
of themselves online,” Williams says. In
person it’s a bit harder to hide [the truth]
because you can see them, hear them,
drink them in nonverbally. Online you
have to accept what they give you.”
It’s this disconnection and vulnerability for deception that turns many people
off to online-dating services.
Marilu P., 25, a student at River Valley
Community College in Claremont, NH
tried online dating for a brief time, but
ultimately found it to be more of a bother
than it was worth.
“With online dating, I felt like I could
never really get to know a person through
words and pictures, let alone make a deci-

While Blue admits she enjoys meeting
potential dates organically rather than
digitally, she isn’t ruling out online dating
for the future.
“I am not opposed to resuming online
dating, but at this point, I am relishing
dating beyond my profile,” Blue says.
Whether you decide to date online, offline, or not at all, both Blue and others
stress the importance of having fun and
keeping an open mind.
Only then will you be able to have your
fairy tale ending and the prince of your
dreams, whether your romantic trappings
are a glass slipper, computer or bar.
“Don’t focus on finding a relationship
or marriage; focus on building a friendship with a man who intrigues you,” Blue
says. ■

jaye digest: report

ModernDay
Nomads
>> Boxes line the walls of
young Allison’s room. They
are filled with her stuffed
animals and toys. She has
been in her new house
for months, but the boxes
remain unpacked as she
knows another relocation is
inevitable—and most likely
sooner rather than later.
Allison is only 9 years old,
and she’s already a veteran
on her fifth move, three of
which have been
international. To her it is
just another room, another
city and another change.

By Chloe Metzger

-

>> As birthdays come
and go, new freedoms
and opportunities suddenly become available
to us. Change becomes a
constant in our lives, and
from a young age we learn
to adapt as we move on.
For high-school graduates,
the chance to take hold of
life’s reigns and choose an
out-of-state college provides
an exciting start to a life
of variation. From dormroom shuffling to schedule
changing, our consistency
is shaken every six months.
By the time our graduate school applications are
finished, our futures have
been rebuilt with ease, and
we have long accepted and
embraced that changes will
occur.
But what about children
like Allison who have
already switched zip codes
half a dozen times before
reaching their teenage
years? Children who do not
have a choice in their childhood changes? Allison’s
story is not unusual, nor
is it that uncommon, with
an estimated 10 million
Americans undergoing a
similar process as frequently
as every four months to
two years. No, these aren’t
children of the nomadic
Pygmies or the Bushmen,
but of the United States’
armed forces. Caught in a
wind of uncertainty, these
kids, known as military
brats, often float from country to country, never putting
down roots and never

First Lady Michelle
Obama has made
it a priority to
advocate for the
acknowledgement
of military familes.

experiencing stability.
The term “military brat”
has no relation to spoiled
youngsters with abrasive
demeanors, but stems from
Third Culture Kids, a term
coined back in the ‘70s by
Ruth Hill Useem. Useem,
an American sociolgist,
studied children of enlisted
parents and observed their
highly mobile lifestyles and
continual adjustments to
culture shock. She noticed
that these children blended
the customs of their home
life with that of their current
culture to create a new third
culture. Not much research
has been done on military
brats since Useem’s studies,
but her findings still shed
light on this silent subcategory of children who live

seamlessly around us.
The documentary,
“BRATS: Our Journey
Home,” is the first of its
kind to offer a depiction of
life growing up in the military, and still stands as one
of the best voices of military
kids and their struggles.
Within its research, it found
that the average brat attends 10 schools in roughly
12 years, and that some
move more than 35 times
in their childhood. These
children have no hometowns and rarely have close
relationships with extended
families or friends. While
some adult brats now relish
in their childhood opportunity of world exploration, many look back and
remember only stress and

continual change.
With every life-altering
event, whether it be related to the military or not,
comes enormous stress, and
according to a report from
the American Academy
of Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry, moving to a new
community is one of the
most stressful events children can endure. Coupled
with the worry of another
foreboding move, military
brats are often subject to
an anxiety that we simply
cannot understand, and one
over which they have no
choice. While various studies show the harmful effects
a “brat” lifestyle can have on
children, you will rarely find
them complaining. They,
like their >>
FEBRUARY 2011 jaye.com 65

The children of
military families
sacrifice stability
and comfort to
make sure our
freedoms are
preserved.

jaye digest: report

“The only thing that separates me from my friends is I haven’t lived in the same house
my whole life. I’ve just never had that camaraderie of where I lived.” – Cassi
parents, were taught to be
resilient and strong.
College student Cassi is
just one of the millions who
has lived her life as a brat.
Born in Florida, she later
moved to Arizona, Japan,
Georgia, and Korea, before
landing in her current home
of Hawaii. She repeatedly
lost her group of friends and
was forced to be the new girl
in school.
Yet when asked if she regrets her mobile childhood,
she animatedly replied, “I
wouldn’t trade it for the
world. I feel like I’m a more
rounded person—I’ve lived
in other cultures and I’ve
experienced things that are
totally not the standard [in
America].”
If children like Cassi
seem content with their
childhood, why is there
a negative connotation
often associated military
brats? William Bridges,
Ph.D., author and expert
on relocation management
has said that the continual
unsettling lifestyle of these

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kids can cause an array of
reactions including shock,
anger, sadness, fear and
confusion. While these
emotions are common
among all new movers, a
brat must often face the
added stress of a parent’s
deployment, making them
feel separated from their
peers.
“The only thing that
separates me from my
friends is I haven’t lived in
the same house my whole
life,” says Cassi, “I’ve just
never had that camaraderie
of where I lived.”
Children tend to have
the most difficulties with
relocation because of the
common feelings of lost
friendships and reliability of
their community. Teenagers
especially must cope with
massive material changes
while dealing with insecurity and trust. Being the new
girl in town is never easy,
especially if it happens every
few years. For military brats,
familial relations prove to
be the strongest friendships

they will have for the rest of
their lives.
Cassi agrees.
“When my brother and
I fought, our parents would
remind me that every time
we moved, he would be the
one who would always there
for me and would always be
my friend,” she says. “It definitely helped to strengthen
our bond.”
Having sibling camaraderie is one of the few
factors that aid in a brat’s
continual change. Finding
a new social circle and new
close friends is a headache
for anyone, especially if
you are not an outgoing
individual. A study in the
Journal of Personality and
Social Psychology suggests
that people who frequently
moved as children were
more likely to have lower
life satisfaction and psychological well-being, and have
more difficulties in making
friends.
“Personally,” Cassi says,
“I feel like I can relate to
most people because I’ve

had to deal with so many
things. In terms of being more open minded, I
definitely feel like I’ve got
an edge because I’ve been
in places where you simply
can’t be closed minded.”
Though she admits her
childhood was not always
easy, she does not regret
any of the changes she was
forced to make.
“I have friends from
all over the world, I know
nearly three other languages, and I have a much better
understanding of what
other places are like.” She
adds with a laugh: “I’m okay
with my childhood being
different.”
While it is clear that
military brats have childhoods filled with instability
and uncertainty, no amount
of studies or statistics can
speculate the happiness
these individuals will have
in their futures. As we have
all realized, situations are
conditional and are not
always as they appear. If
these children who have
faced continual adjustments
can grow to be as content as
Cassi and millions of others,
then we can surely overcome the small changes we
face in our own lives.
“I know it’s cliché, but
everything happens for a
reason,” she says. “Even if
it seems like nothing will
be worth it, try to embrace
it and see what happens. If
you give change a chance,
it will always be for the better.” ■

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MaxMara

JAYE
February
Because College is More than the Classroom

Céline

2011

■ get the most out of your wardrobe with
maxmara’s supremely versatile spring

offerings (p. 70).
■ the season’s must-wear trends got us
talking, so we sought out the expertise of
fashion blogger saneeta harris to sort
through the collections to identify the six
pieces to go buy now (P. 80).
■ acquaint yourself with cover girl sheena
sampson as she dishes about love, style and
balancing work and play (p. 86).
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a high-wattage yellow
pencil skirt is
sophisticated and
perfect for day when
matched with a clean
jacket with intricate
details, like buttons
and an exaggerated
collar.

there’s a reason the
trench has stood the
test of time: it’s versatile, seasonless
and can instantly add
a dose of style to
anything from a shift
dress to jeans and a
t-shirt.

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update cropped black
trousers with a
combination of tonal
hues (khaki in this case)
and vibrant tones for
a look that strikes the
balance of being on
trend and timeless at
once.

if you ask us, the little
white dress is just
as all-purpose as
its black sibling. For
spring, it’s an brilliant
option when paired
with silver or, or
livened up with vibrant
extras.
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what a genius styling
trick: cinching a allover polka-dot-printed
trench dress with
a tangerine-orange
skinny belt adds the
right amount of visual
interest and updates a
vintage pattern.

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prepare for all eyes to
be on you during this
weekend’s girl’s night
out. when you wear
a shockingly radiant
color like this, the
silhouette doesn’t have
to be skin-tight and
unflattering.

there’s something
refreshing about a
career uniform that’s
professional enough
for the office, but still
has enough style (in
the form of a doublebreasted jacket!) to
score fashion points
with the powers that
be

For cash-strapped
college women, luxury
brands are a slippery slope.
After all, who can afford to
splurge on a four-figure It
item, when in a few months,
“It” will be nudged out of the
way for a new of-the-moment
must-have? That’s why we love
MaxMara, the soon-to-be 60year-old Italian house.
With its minimalistic aesthetic, the Achille Maramottifounded brand offers up the
promise that an investment in
one of their pieces is a wise one
that will yield stylish returns
for years to come.
This spring’s no different. From shockingly bright
colors and subdued neutrals
to printed dresses and skinny,
ankle-length trousers, the
collection is a breath of fresh
air in an sartorial domain of
embellished one-hit wonders
that leave your wallets lighter
and your closets fuller of waste
you don’t need.
Dressing head to toe in
a one designer is a defunct
notion, which is all the more
reason to arm yourself with
wearable threads that work
for your helter-skelter lifestyle,
which brings us to another
incentive to procuring a few
MaxMara staples: The potential to mix and match them
with trendier wares from mass
brands like H&M and Zara
or other luxury duds scored at
sample sales or on eBay.
And while, you’ll probably
dish out a little more cash on
thr front end, you’ll find that
these threads were well worth
it. –Michael Jones

marcMarcjacobs
Jacobs confirmed
that ‘70s revival is all
about being sexy — look
no further than the halterneck flowy frocks with
to-the-thigh splits.
Saneeta’s Must-Have: A sexy disco-inspired dress

The spring collections were so good
that we couldn’t wait to gab about
them with our favorite fashionlovin’ girlfriends. So imagine how
excited we were when we talked
Saneeta Harris — editor of
the blog Chic Inspector and former
JAYE fashion director — into sharing
her favorite looks from the shows
along with her stylish commentary!
Maxi dresses, bright skirts, denim
tops — consider the pieces in these
six looks your essentials for a stylish
wardrobe for the next six months.

jil
sander
The pop of colors conjured
up by Raf Simons are
the epitome of springâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
optimism.
Saneetaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Must-Have: A ultrabright maxi skirt

prada

Miuccia’s at it again: Her
zany stripes in unexpected
colors show there can be
an element of surprise in a
well-executed collection.
Saneeta’s Must-Have: A striped form-fitting skirt
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Antoniotake
Berardi
a tip from Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
cool-girl aesthetic and pair
feminine flowy dresses
with a structured jacket.
Saneetaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Must-Have:
A frothy dress to layer under your army jacket from spring

With a breathtaking voice, enchanting looks and a work ethic unheard
of in our generation, Sheena Sampson is blazing a trail of success,
beginning with the release of her first solo album—set to be released
this year. But as JAYE Editor-in-Chief Michael Jones discovers, this
pretty young thing hasn’t lost her southern charm along the way

I

n a culture that celebrates one-hit wonders, imprudent
entertainment stars and twentysomethings that relish
backstabbing over confidence-boosting, it’s hard to find
women who obverse all that’s wrong with society.
Lucky for us, we’ve found one of them in Sheena
Sampson, 26-year-old vocal genius and stunning beauty hailing
from Dallas, who took time out her busy schedule—she’s in the
throes of recording her first solo album, has another Luster’s
Hair Care ad in the works; and is flexing her songwriting and
vocal-arranging chops with other artists—to talk to us about
what inspires her, what how losing a loved one puts things in
perspective and where she plans to be in ten years. As a special
treat, Sheena played a game of rapid response (each of her winsome answers are twenty words or less!)—they may be short in
length, but they’re full of laughs, life lessons and buoyancy.

Sheena on…LOVE

“I believe truly loving myself, everything about
Sheena, was when I was able to fully love
another.”

Sheena on…OVERCOMING
OBSTACLES
“I just pray and stay encouraged.”

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Sheena on…MUSIC

“I’m listening to it now! Music is therapeutic, 2010 was a rough
year, so writing and listening helps with situations.”

Sheena on…FASHION

“I love frames; I feel accessories make an outfit. Keep it simple,
flash a watch, fly shoes—less is best.”

Sheena on…REALITY TV

“To be honest, I went through a serious addiction of reality TV
but I’ve gained control now [Laughs].

Sheena on…FRIENDSHIP

“It’s a small circle but I’ve been fortunate to have friends in my
life are like my family.”

“Artists
helping
artists is
very
inspirational
to me.”

Sheena on…WHAT INSPIRES HER

“Artists helping artists is very inspirational to
me.”

Sheena on…FOLLOWING YOUR
DREAMS

“I believe we were put on this Earth to be great,
stay motivated, committed, and work hard.” >>

jaye cover story: Sheena sampson

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jaye cover story: Sheena sampson

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jaye cover story: Sheena sampson

Sheena on…THE PERFECT FIRST DATE

“I really enjoy beautiful weather. So a nice walk with pecan pralines and cream ice cream and conversation is perfect.”

Sheena on…HER GO-TO OUTFIT

“As of now, my go-to outfit has been all black everything. It’s
simple yet still sexy!”

Sheena on…WHERE SHE PLANS TO BE IN FIVE
YEARS

“Still doing what I love which is music and encouraging younger
women, also, reaching out to other fields of ‘art’.”

Sheena on…WHERE SHE
PLANS TO BE IN TEN
YEARS

“By then, hopefully building my
talent agency, I’ve always wanted
to have my own one day and
give back.”

Sheena on…HER
BIGGEST REGRET

“my go-to
oufit is all
black
everything.
It’s simple
yet still
sexy!”

“I have so much to be thankful
for, God has truly blessed me and there’s no room for regret.”

Sheena on…WHAT SHE LOOKS FOR IN A GUY

“I call them my 3 Cs: Someone who can communicate, knows
how to compromise and can be committed.

Sheena on…THE BIGGEST THING THAT’S CHANGED
SINCE HER AUGUST 2008 COVER STORY
I’m a solo artist. I’m no longer with [the band] The Varsity; we
decided to branch off and do our own music.

Sheena on…THE IMPORTANCE OF STAYING UP-TODATE WITH CURRENT EVENTS
“We’re in tense times and knowing what’s going on not just in
the United States but globally is important.”

silly time.”

Sheena on…SELF-CONFIDENCE

“It can be difficult but that’s the beauty of loving what you do,
because it never seems like work.”

“I’m confident in the person I am, as an artist, and the person
I’m becoming.”

Sheena on…FAMILY

“I lost my father last year and it was rough but it taught me to
value every minute with your family. I have a support system
with my family. I just spent the holidays with them and it was so
great. When my sisters and I get together we sing and it’s a pretty

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Sheena on…FINDING THE WORK-PLAY BALANCE

Sheena on…SOCIAL NETWORKING

“Of course it’s changed throughout the years but I love that it
connects you with friends and family.” ■
Editor’s Note: OK, all but one of her answers were under 20
words!

jaye

because college is more than the classroom

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JAYE NOTEBOOK
Perfect Date Ideas for
Your Perfect Valentine
Now that you've hooked your
special guy, what are you going to
do on February 14? We've got you
covered with 6 great ideas, from the
traditional dinner to the creative
rendezvous By Siobhan Cassidy >>

FEBRUARY 2011 jaye.com 95

jaye notebook: entertainment
<< The Date: Homemade Dinner for Two
Forget the restaurant and have dinner in your own kitchen. This
is a great way to spend time together without the pressure of a
formal first date. Invite your guy over—with a group of friends
or alone—and make a simple supper together. This is a inexpensive way to show off your cooking skills and since he’ll be
helping, your guy can show off his skills, too.
Price: $15
Relationship Status: First date. Hanging out as friends can
help you determine if you want to see this guy again. If he’d
rather watch ESPN while you slave in the kitchen, you probably
shouldn’t agree to a second date.

The Date: Fondue Night
Who said cheese can’t be sexy and romantic? There are restaurants that specialize
in serving fondue with dim lighting and
cozy booths, or you can surprise your man
by making chocolate or cheese fondue at
home. Try serving bread, marshmallows,
bananas, strawberries and crackers with
your fondue, along with bottle of wine. Don’t
forget to give your living room a romantic
makeover to really set the mood.
Price: $25-$50
Relationship Status: Dating. You can
really let your guard down and spend quiet
time together without your friends around.

The Date: Classic Carnival Date
Date night at a carnival, fair or festival can be super fun. The
rides, music and games are fun reminders of your childhood.
Carnivals are eventful public places, which can take the pressure
off the typical 20-question Q-and-A date. Riding roller coasters,
eating cotton candy and going home with a goldfish will make it a
night to remember.
Price: $20
Relationship Status: Newbie. Bringing your Valentine
to a carnival is an easy way to have a great time without a lot of
pressure. You can laugh, joke and even share your first kiss on the
Ferris wheel.

the lonely hearts club — Just because you’re single on Valentine’s Day, that doesn’t
mean you have to be alone

It’s true: One is the loneliest number, but if you add a few friends and subtract the sad face, it doesn't have to be. Instead of moping around the house on Valentine’s Day throw a
party with your other friends who are single. Since chocolate and love are so closely connected, we’ve got a chocolate martini and cake recipe for your guests to enjoy. Maybe that
hot guy who lives on the first floor will show up when he hears the great time you’re having. By Artieka Smith
Chocolate Martini
■ 2 oz vodka
■ 1/2 oz creme de cacao
Pour ingredients into a shaker filled with
ice. Shake then pour in a martini glass.
ITALIAN LOVE CAKE
■ 1 pkg. chocolate cake mix
■ 2 lb. ricotta

The Date: A Concert
This can be a great night out with just the two of you or with
another couple. You will be able to see a band perform, have
a few drinks and show off your awesome dance moves. If
you’re not familiar with the band, it can be a great way for
him to share something with you that’s important to him.
Price: $40-$150
Relationship Status: First date. It’ll be like having a fun
night out with a friend, which will help build your romantic
relationship. If you both enjoy the band and their music, this
can lead to future dates.

The Date: A Couples Massage
Couples massages are a relaxing way to spend time together. Listening to soothing music in dim lighting while
you sip champagne will set a romantic mood. Maybe
you two can cuddle in the spa’s Jacuzzi.
Price: $150
Relationship Status: Committed. This is for two
lovebirds who will be comfortable with their shirts off in
front of each other and who won’t accuse the masseur
of being a little too grabby with their partner.

The Date: A Wine Tasting
Whether you consider yourself an expert
when it comes to wine, or are completely
lost, wine tasting is a perfect Valentine’s Day
date. You can learn how wine is made and,
if you’re visiting a vineyard, you can get a
tour of the grounds.
Price: $10-$50
Relationship Status: Dating. This
date can be expensive for a first date, especially if you travel to a vineyard, so you
should know one another pretty well first.
There���s nothing worse than having a bad
date and being stuck on a long car ride back
home together.

Rashida
Jones

jaye the back: till we meet again

The Dean’s List

Kristen
Bell

There’s an effortlessness that stylish celebrities have when
putting together outfits that make us enviably take notice.
Case in point: Rashida Jones’s denim jacket expertly
paired with rolled-up trousers and ultrafeminine bow-heels,
which create a look equal parts casual and put-together.
For another example look no further than to Kristen
Bell who added a jolt of color to neutral wide-leg trousers,
reinforcing a prevailing spring trend: eye-popping brights.
Speaking of vibrant hues, Fergie threw on a hot pink blazer
(we love the black lapels, by the way!) to amp up the visual
interest to an otherwise basic black ensemble. And last, but
certainly not least, Kerry Washington’s glammedup Breton-top-and-skinny-jean combo is playfully polished
enough to work for day or night—and most importantly, the
individual pieces can be worn separately to create a bevy of
get-ups suited for your busy on the go life. Get inspired by
these starlets and shop our list of key pieces!
top $315,
Diane von Furstenberg;
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JAYE February 2011

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